MSGA director named to COWGIRL 30 Under 30 Class of 2023

Press release 

The Montana Stockgrowers Association's announced MSGA's Director of Marketing and Communications Keni Reese, has been named to COWGIRL Magazine's 30 Under 30 class for 2023.

COWGIRL Magazine's 30 Under 30 program honors 30 women who are 30 years of age or younger and have shown significant dedication to the Western industry. Reese was honored as one of top 30 early career influential women in the nation.

"This award is truly humbling and I am honored to be among this group of hard-working and accomplished women. My time with MSGA has introduced me to an amazing group of people and pushed me to become better in all aspects of my professional life," Reese said. "I am excited to step into this role and showcase women leaders in agriculture." 

Reese joined MSGA in 2019 and leads the association's marketing and communications programs. In addition, she serves as the editor of the monthly Stockgrowers Update newsletter and the event director for the Association's MidYear Meeting and Annual Convention and Trade Show. 

Reese's unique ability to share stories about western culture, agricultural industry, and ranching communities is one of many examples noted as part of her nomination. Her writing ability paired with her photography talents create human, authentic and compelling stories.

"Following her move to Montana from Texas to begin her tenure with MSGA, Keni quickly established herself as a crucial part of our organization's team. She has been instrumental in leading our organization's marketing and communications strategies and has established our organization as the standard for agricultural policy communications," MSGA Executive Vice President Raylee Honeycutt said "MSGA is beyond fortunate to have Keni working on behalf of our members."